James Riley

Background

About James Riley

Atlanta Public Schools Dr. Alonzo Crim Open Campus High School August 2018 – July 2019 Economics, World History Teacher, Social Studies Temporarily served as Instructional Leadership Team Chair Exceeded 3% margin increased establish by administration for school 2018-2019 Increased EOC pass rate for economics by 26.2 percent Implemented Financial Literacy partnership with Regions Bank and Everfi DeKalb County Schools McNair Middle School, Decatur, GA August 2017 – July 2018 Team Lead, Social Studies Led and develop methods to increase GMAS score across content areas Oversaw the collaboration process – Cross teams Provide feedback for team development through peer observation Tucker High School, Tucker, GA August 2016 - August 2017 Economics Teacher, Social Studies Achieve a 86% student pass rate on GMAS for overall classes Increase school GMAS scores for Economics from 61% to 72% Organize collaborative practices to enhance student engagement and achievement Develop common assessment for Economics department Implement Financial Literacy partnership with Region Bank and Everfi McNair High School, Decatur, GA August 2014- August-2016 Department Chair, Social Studies A.P. Economics, A.P. Psychology and U.S. History Teacher Oversaw a staff of eight educators as well as their professional development. Perform observations on educators during instructional time (focus walks) and provide feedback for improvement. Collect and analyze student data in order to assist teachers in delivering effective instruction. Provisions and conducts professional learning classes for teacher improvement.